Northern Tanzania, Rift Valley

Lake Manyara National Park

A shallow Rift Valley lake, a groundwater forest, and lions that climb trees.

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Sun at Lake Manyara today Sunrise 06:13 Sunset 18:29

Flamingos taking off, with their reflections in the water

Lake Manyara at a glance

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Trips that visit here: 06:13
Sunrise at Lake Manyara today: 18:29
Sunset at Lake Manyara today: 12.3hours
Of daylight today

The lake Shallow and alkaline, covering two thirds of the park
Birds More than 400 species, including flamingos
Hot springs Maji Moto, at the southern end
Tree-climbing lions A rare sight here

What you do there

What to do in Lake Manyara

From first light to last, with today’s real sunrise and sunset at Lake Manyara to mark the day.

Sunrise at Lake Manyara today

06:13
Game drives and walks

A blend of drives and guided walks through woodland and groundwater forest.
Boat and birds

Boat safaris and birdwatching tours on the lake.
See Maji Moto

The hot springs show the geothermal activity of the Rift.
Sunset at Lake Manyara today

18:29

A lioness resting in a tree against a blue sky

Best time

When to go to Lake Manyara

The park is open year round. The dry season, June to October, is ideal for game viewing because animals gather around water. The wet season, November to May, turns the park green and is the better time for birds.

In pictures